Family Relationships - Here you can listen to the pronunciation of different words by clicking on the audio icon and also complete the sentences with the most suitable family word.
The Family Tree - Look at the family tree and type the relationships in the boxes below.
Telephone Numbers. Listen to the telephone number by clicking the "PLAY" link and choose the answer. Press the "Final Score" button at the bottom of the page to score your quiz.
2A - SCHOOL DAYS
School Vocabulary. Practice your vocabulary related to school and the pronunciation. Move the mouse over the words to hear them spoken.
School Subjects. A list of commonly-used vocabulary with a recording of the words in RealMedia format. A short quiz to test students' comprehension of some of the words.
Examples, uses and structure of the Past Simple followed by a quiz.
Yes/No Questions in the Past Simple Tense. Change each sentence into a yes/no question in the past tense. For each question, type your answers in the box, and then click on "Check". If you are stuck, you can click on "Hint" to get a free letter.
Negatives in the Past Simple Tense. Change each sentence into a negative. For example: John had a warm coat: "John didn't have a warm coat." For each question, type your answers in the box, and then click on "Check". If you are stuck, you can click on "Hint" to get a free letter.
2B - IRISH SCHOOLS
In which cases should we use simple past and in which cases USED TO DO?
Old Australian Star. Listening Comprehension. USED TO.
"An Accident". A Verb-Form Exercise. Read the text carefully and change the verbs to the correct form. Then click on the button to see if you got the right answer.
Much, Many, A Lot Of, A Few, A Little. Fill in all the gaps, then press "Check" to check your answers. Use the "Hint" button to get a free letter if an answer is giving you trouble. You can also click on the "[?]" button to get a clue. Note that you will lose points if you ask for hints or clues!
3D - LOST!
Asking for and Giving Directions. Listen to reporter Helen as she tries to find her way around London and the office and look at different expressions she hears on her journeys. When you've listened to the programme, don't forget to practise what you've learned with the quizzes below!
Following Directions. You're at the train station. Listen to the audio and find out where my house is!
Following Directions II. You want to get to the station from your friend's house. What is the fastest way? After each listening you'll have to answer a question.
Dating and Marriage (Listening). A list of commonly-used vocabulary with a recording of the words in RealMedia format. A short quiz to test students' comprehension of some of the words and a Follow-Up exercise for expanding students' use of the vocabulary in a conversation with a partner or group.
The Ring Bearer. Fill in all the gaps, then press "Check" to check your answers. Use the "Hint" button to get a free letter if an answer is giving you trouble. Note that you will lose points if you ask for hints!
Four Ways to Talk about the Future. This page explains the differences between four main forms which we use when talking about future time. It also contains some exercises to practice.
Travel Arrangements. What types of questions would you ask a travel agent when making flight reservations? Listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play" button and answer the questions. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.
Hotel Rooms. Pre-Listening Exercises. Listening Exercises. Vocabulary. Post-Listening Exercises
"In this conversation, a man checks into a hotel, but he is surprised by the service - or lack of it"
Listening & Reading. Hotel. John has gone to his hotel in Kings Cross. He checks in at reception and then goes upstairs to his room. He meets his new room mate Peter, who says there is a problem with the heating. John rings reception to ask that it is fixed.
Present Perfect Words. Answer the questions according to the prompt given and using FOR, SINCE, EVER, NEVER, STILL, JUST, ALREADY, YET
7D - THE RECRUITMENT AGENCY
A Lesson Plan. First, click on the pictures to check how each occupation word is pronounced. Then, have a look at the descriptions of different jobs. After that, try to practice your speaking skills answering the questions below. Finally, have a look at the different questions and phrases used in a job interview between the employer and the employee (applicant). Below, there are other follow-up exercises that can help you.
A Job Opportunity. You will hear two people talking about a new job opportunity. You will hear the listening twice. Write down the answers to the questions. After you have finished, click on the arrow to see if you have answered the questions correctly.
UNIT 10 - ANIMAL LOVERS - DOCTOR, DOCTOR
After reviewing animal vocabulary in the classroom, here you have a listening. You will hear about 8 animals. You will listen to descriptions about animals. You need to click on the animal you hear being talked about. There will be one animal left at the end.
1B & 1C - WHERE ARE THEY NOW? - NEIGHBOURS
1D - MAKING CONTACT
2A - SCHOOL DAYS
2B - IRISH SCHOOLS
2C - RED FACES
3A - FLATMATES
3B - ANOTHER COUNTRY
3C - HOME TOWN
3D - LOST!
4A - ONLINE DATING
4B - WEDDING BELLS
4D - GOING OUT
5A - TOURIST TRAIL
5B - PLANES
5C - A WEEKEND BREAK
"In this conversation, a man checks into a hotel, but he is surprised by the service - or lack of it"
6A - JUNK FOOD
6B - SLOW FOOD
- Comparatives - Superiority. Complete with the correct comparative of the adjective given.
- Comparisons & Comparisons II. Using the adjectives in brackets, rewrite the sentence with the correct comparative form.
6C - COFFEE BREAK6D - CLASS MEAL
7A - RISING STARS
7B - HARD WORK
7C - JOB SELECTION
7D - THE RECRUITMENT AGENCY
UNIT 10 - ANIMAL LOVERS - DOCTOR, DOCTOR
UNIT 9 - REALITY TV